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COMMANDER // 1822–1909

Red Cloud

traditional leader or chiefUnited States2 battles2 wars

Lifespan

1822 – 1909

1825185018751900Colorado War · 1863-1865Red Cloud's War · 1866-1868Battle of Platte Bridge — July 26, 1865 · Lakota · Colorado WarBattle of the Hundred-in-the-Hands — December 21, 1866 · Lakota · Red Cloud's War

Active service 1865–1866 — 2 battles across 2 wars; first command at age 43.

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Battles (2)

Last verified June 2026
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